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We can help make the impossible possible

January 16, 2026
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

Anyone along the way could have said, “No.” “Not today.” “Why should we bother?” But people said yes,

The sun rises over the ocean

Today could have been the day

January 4, 2026
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

I hoped everything would be fine, and that the baby would continue to grow and thrive. But, just a few weeks later, we learned the baby had passed away.

Bowling Three Strikes in a Row

December 29, 2025
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

A few days ago, we went bowling with friends. I can’t remember the last time we bowled as a family, and it was so much fun. The dads in the group were the strongest bowlers among the two families, but everyone was fairly laidback. No one was that concerned with winning or competing at a […]

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5 Faith-related New Year’s Goals

December 29, 2025
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

Whether you’re setting resolutions or just looking for a way to take intentional steps on your faith journey, here are a few ideas for how to set the stage for a fruitful new year.

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Thank you, God, for the Last Minute

December 21, 2025
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Advent, Blog, Commentary, Open Window

Still shopping? Not sure what you’re making for Christmas dinner—or who’s hosting? I have good news for you, last-minute friends. This is our time to shine.

Stacks of Old Bay canisters

How about a little Old Bay on your Advent

December 11, 2025
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Advent, Blog, Commentary, Open Window

In an era where we’re not producing the penny anymore, returning Old Bay to its original metal canister somehow feels reassuring.

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That’s No Coincidence

December 2, 2025
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Advent, Blog, Commentary, Open Window

I never would have thought those two things would happen on the same day.

What’s Your Starter Word (for Advent and for Wordle)

November 30, 2025
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Advent, Blog, Commentary, Open Window

Whether we’re playing Wordle or entering Advent, we might not begin the same way every time.

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St. Therese’s Little Way in Action

November 25, 2025
By Rita Buettner
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

I had to trust there was more space than there seemed to be. There must be, since there was a smiling attendant waving us on.

Rutabagas in the grocery store

This Thanksgiving, Please Pass the Rutabaga

November 24, 2025
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

To be clear, I wouldn’t describe myself as a rutabaga enthusiast. It’s just that you can’t have Thanksgiving without rutabaga.

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Just what we need

November 20, 2025
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

I realize there is a glove in each pocket, long forgotten and left behind from last winter.

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A Piece of the Big Host

November 13, 2025
By Rita Buettner
Catholic Review
Filed Under: Blog, Commentary, Open Window

I love when I walk up for Communion, hold out my hands for the Eucharist, and the priest gives me a piece of the host that he has just consecrated.

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